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BBQ chicken with delicious side dishes

best side dishes for bbq chicken

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Discover the best side dishes for BBQ chicken that will elevate your meal! From grilled corn to refreshing salads, delight your guests!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Instructions

Ingredients
  

Fresh Produce
  • 6 ears Corn on the cob Fresh, husked.
  • 4 cups Coleslaw mix Pre-packaged or homemade.
  • 2 cups Bell peppers Mixed colors, chopped.
  • 2 medium Zucchini Chopped.
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved.
  • 1 cup Cucumbers Sliced.
Grains
  • 1 cup Quinoa Rinsed.
  • 2 cups Brown rice Cooked.
Baked Beans
  • 2 cans Baked beans Canned.
Flavor Enhancers
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic Fresh.
  • 4 tablespoons Olive oil Extra virgin.
Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked or sweet.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Ground.
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly ground.

Equipment

  • 1 Grill For grilling corn and vegetables.
  • 1 Baking sheet For roasting vegetables.
  • 1 Mixing Bowl For preparing salads.
  • 1 saucepan For heating baked beans.

Method
 

Grill Corn on the Cob
  1. Start by husking fresh corn. Soak the cobs in water for about 30 minutes. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the corn for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until charred and tender. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with salt.
Roast Seasonal Vegetables
  1. Chop bell peppers, zucchini, and carrots into bite-sized pieces. Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs. Spread on a baking sheet and roast at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes.
Prepare a Refreshing Cucumber Salad
  1. Slice cucumbers and mix with diced tomatoes, red onion, and fresh herbs. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
Make a Hearty Quinoa Salad
  1. Rinse quinoa and cook according to package instructions. Mix in diced bell peppers, black beans, corn, and lime juice.
Serve Baked Beans
  1. Heat canned baked beans in a saucepan. Add diced onions, barbecue sauce, and smoked paprika. Simmer for about 10 minutes.